June 15–19, 2026
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Richard J. Lee Elementary School
8808 Chaparral Waters Way, Dallas, TX 75019
Enrollment Fee $250; Early Bird Special $225 now through April 6th!
INTERACTIVE INSTITUTE
A Hands-On STEAM Experience for Middle School Students
The Interactive Institute is a five-day, half-day summer STEAM camp designed to give students real-world exposure to science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through hands-on learning led by professionals from our community.
Hosted by the Coppell ISD Education Foundation (CEF) and held at Richard J. Lee Elementary School, Interactive Institute invites students to explore how classroom concepts show up in real careers — by doing, building, testing, creating, and problem-solving alongside industry experts.
What Makes Interactive Institute Different?
This isn’t a sit-and-listen camp. Each day, students participate in interactive, project-based experiences designed and facilitated by corporate and community partners working in STEAM fields. Rather than lectures, students engage in activities that spark curiosity, collaboration, and confidence.
Because students rotate through new experiences each day, they’re exposed to a wide range of career paths and applications, from engineering and healthcare to technology, design, and beyond.
Who Leads the Camp?
Interactive Institute experiences are designed and led by local corporate and community partners, with past partners including: S2 Art Studio, AstraZeneca, Corgan, Kimley-Horn, Legacy ER, UT Southwestern, Baylor, Microsoft, Banfield Pet Hospital, Coppell Taekwondo, CISD Child Nutrition, and more.
CEF provides full program coordination and oversight, with on-site support from CISD to ensure a safe, structured, and welcoming environment for all students.
Camp Details at a Glance
- Who: Current 5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th graders
- When: June 15–19
- Time: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Where: Richard J. Lee Elementary School (Coppell ISD)
- Capacity: Limited to 150 students
Students attend all five days and experience a new hands-on STEAM focus each day.
Why Parents Love Interactive Institute
Parents consistently share that Interactive Institute:
- Helps students see the “why” behind what they learn in school
- Builds confidence through real-world problem-solving
- Introduces students to careers they may not have considered
- Feels engaging, purposeful, and fun — without being overwhelming
The curriculum is intentionally designed to complement CISD’s math and science instruction while giving students a broader view of what’s possible.
Registration Information
Registration is limited to the first 150 students who complete registration and payment. A $20 nonrefundable processing fee is included in the registration cost. Refunds (minus the $20 processing fee) will be available until May 12, 2026. No refunds will be issued on or after May 12, 2026.